Only a few days to go until Christmas Day and if you have you stuff together than you have most of your shopping done, and are making plans to entertain family. Heck maybe you will manage a few afternoons off if things are slow at the office. This is a great time to find those hidden treasures that are out there in the Baltimore/Washington area. I will Highlight a few that The Traveling Tots try to make annual pilgrimages to.
Today...The Festival of Light at the Mormon Temple.
Located just outside of Washington D.C. the Temple is one of the most unique sights on the capital beltway. Every year the Temple sponsors a free light display that rivals any of the drive thru pay displays. Located near my childhood home this destination was a yearly event for my family and though I live a little farther away these days I try to make it down every year.
The display is quite vibrant, yet markedly humble. No gaudy blinking Santa lights, or synchronized dancing lights broadcast from a low F.M. It is an appropriate tribute to the beauty of the season and the warmness of the temples followers. Parking is free and usually organized well. You do have to drive through a residential neighbor hood so please be respectful!!
I also recommend the visitor center which has a Christmas Tree display from LDS temples around the region. There is also a well done museum outlining the history if the LDS Church. I have never been approached by a volunteer and been solicited to join their faith, so I suggest leaving stereotypes at the door and just enjoy the spirit of the holidays.
If you get there early they have top notch choirs perform nightly as well. All is all this is one of the quintessential local D.C. experiences for family to enjoy. And it's Free!!!
Here are the directions:
And here is official website with a list of performers:
Attraction Rating: 8 out of 10
Experience Rating 9 out of 10
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